PART 11 CONDITIONAL USE

§ 27-1101. Applicability.

The Township Board of Supervisors shall have the power to approve conditional uses when this Chapter specifically requires the obtaining of such approval and for no other purpose.

(Ord. 3/9/1993B, § 1100)

§ 27-1102. General Conditions for Conditional Uses

   1.   In granting a conditional use, the Board of Supervisors shall make findings of fact consistent :with the provisions of this Chapter. The Board of Supervisors shall not approve a conditional use except in conformance with the conditions and standards outlined in this Chapter.

   2.   The Board of Supervisors shall grant a conditional use only if it finds adequate evidence that any proposed development submitted will meet all of the following general requirements as well as any specific requirements and standards listed herein for the proposed use. The Board of Supervisors shall among other things require that any proposed use and location be:

      A.   In accordance with the Township Comprehensive Plan.

      B.   In the best interests of the Township, the convenience of the community, and the public welfare.

      C.   Suitable for the property in question, and designed, constructed, operated and maintained so as to be in harmony with the existing character of the general vicinity.

      D.   In conformance with all applicable requirements of this Chapter and all Township ordinances.

      E.   Suitable in terms of effect on highway traffic and safety.

      F.   In accordance with sound standards of land development practice.

   3.   The Board of Supervisors may impose whatever conditions it deems necessary to ensure that any proposed development will secure substantially the objectives of this Chapter.

Review by the Planning Commission. The Board of Supervisors shall request an advisory opinion from the Planning commission on any application for a conditional use, the Planning Commission is to submit a report of such advisory opinion prior to the date of the public hearing held by the Board of Supervisors on an application. The Planning Commission may request a report from the Township Engineer or consultant.

(Ord. 3/9/1993B, § 1101)

§ 27-1103. Application Requirements for Conditional Use.

   1.   The landowner shall make a written request to the Board of Supervisors that it hold a hearing on his application. The request shall contain a statement reasonably informing the Board of Supervisors of the matters that are at issue.

   2.   The application shall be accompanied by plans and other materials in accordance with § 27-1010(4).

   3.   The Board of Supervisors shall hold a hearing upon the request, commencing not later than 60 days after the request is filed, unless the applicant requests or consents in writing to an extension.

(Ord. 3/9/1993B, § 1102)

§ 27-1104. Review Procedures for Conditional Uses.

The Board of Supervisors shall conduct hearings and make decisions in accordance with the procedures set forth in this Chapter and the Pennsylvania Municipalities Code.

(Ord. 3/9/1993B, § 1103)

PART 12 ADMINISTRATION

§ 27-1201. The Zoning Officer.

   1.   Appointment. The Zoning Officer shall be appointed by the Board of Supervisors. The Zoning Officer shall not hold any-elective office in the Township.

   2.   Compensation. The compensation for the Zoning Officer shall be determined by the Board of Supervisors.

   3.   Qualifications. The Zoning Officer shall meet the requirements established by the Township and shall be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of municipal zoning.

   4.   Duties and Responsibilities. The Zoning Officer shall have all the duties and powers conferred by this Chapter in addition to those reasonably implied for that purpose. He shall not issue a permit in connection with any contemplated erection, construction, alteration, repair, extension, replacement and/or use of any building, structure, sign and/or land unless it first conforms to the literal requirements of this Chapter. Specifically, the Zoning Officer shall:

      A.   Receive and process all applications for zoning permits, occupancy permits, variances, special exceptions, conditional uses and appeals.

      B.   Receive and process complaints, only if received in writing.

      C.   Issue zoning permits and certificates of compliance for construction and uses which are in accordance with the regulations of this Chapter and subsequent amendments; or through the Board of Supervisors for conditional uses; or through the Zoning Hearing Board; or through court approval. Zoning permits and occupancy permits shall not be issued if subdivision and land development regulations have not received the required approval.

      D.   Record and file all applications for zoning permits and occupancy permits together with accompanying plans and documents.

      E.   Maintain the zoning map showing the current zoning classifications of all land and the zoning text including all amendments.

      F.   In the case of a conditional use or special exception, the Zoning Officer shall conspicuously post a notice of public hearing on the affected property whenever the Zoning Hearing Board or the Board of Supervisors schedules a public hearing.

      G.   Participate in all proceedings before the Zoning Hearing Board and the Planning Commission and as requested provide facts and records which will assist such bodies.

      H.   Submit a quarterly report to the Board of Supervisors of all permits and occupancy permits issued and violations and stop work orders recommended or promulgated.

   5.   In addition, the Zoning Officer may prepare a map and register showing the identity and location of nonconforming uses and structures.

(Ord. 3/9/1993B, § 1200)